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Old Dec 26, 2006 | 10:47 AM
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Question Good all-around brake controller

What is an easy to install, good priced brake controller for my 2004 Supercrew FX4?
 
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Old Dec 26, 2006 | 03:17 PM
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From everything I have heard, the Prodigy by Tekonasha (spelling may be off), is one of the best on the market. While I don't personally have one (don't have a trailer with brakes), I do have a good friend who has one and loves it. They also get good reviews in the towing forum on here. I think it's in the 100-120 neighborhood on price.
 
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Old Dec 26, 2006 | 09:42 PM
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I have a Tekonsha Prodigy in my truck and love it. I wouldn't get anything else.
 
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Old Dec 26, 2006 | 10:05 PM
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Agree with the above posts, my Prodigy has been flawless.
 
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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 01:24 PM
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Drawtite Activator... Good, Cheap, Easy to install... Works for my 22' enclosed double axle trailer! Nothing fancy!
 
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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 03:54 PM
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Prodigy is the best one for the price. I've used mine for over 2 years with my 25' travel trailer and I have not touched it since I spent the initial 15 minutes installing and adjusting it. Well spent $100. Ordered mine from Rvwholesalers.com and spend an extra $10 to get a vehicle specific wiring harness. Go to RV.net and go into the forums and you will find hundreds of people recommending them.
 
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